Local Principal Wins First Appearance on Jeopardy
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A dream over 30 years in the making has come true for longtime educator Dr. Cheryl Guy. The principal of Westwood High School in Bythewood says she has…
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Prosecutors Will Not Charge Former SRO in Spring Valley HS Incident
Former Spring Valley High School Resource Officer Benjamin Fields will not be charged for the use of physical force in an incident that drew national attention.
Stolen Car Crashed into Area Store
Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies continue investigating a early afternoon accident that left a reported stolen truck crashed into the front of a Bowers Parkway store.
"Kountry" Wayne promises to bring laughs to the Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='TXvBvCA3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TXvBvCA3.jpg' vtitle='Kountry Wayne'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--Once with a dream of being a superstar in the music world, "Kountry" Wayne Corley turned to comedy and hasn't looked back. With selfie video Facebook posts that routinely reach nearly 1 million views,…
Remembering Brain Health this New Year
[gtxvideo vid='870JvQlz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/870JvQlz.jpg' vtitle='Remembering Brain Health this New Year'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - At any age, healthy habits can help improve the health of your body --including your brain. The Alzheimer’s Association® recommends that people of all ages include "Brain…
New Year, New Smile
If you're looking for the perfect way to show off a new you in the new year, you may want to start with something that can put a healthy smile on your face.
Restoring Hope Rebuild Blitz
[gtxvideo vid='cTInt09M' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cTInt09M.jpg' vtitle='Restoring Hope Rebuild Blitz'] COLUMBIA, S.C. -- More than one year after the flood, still more than 1,000 families in the Midlands are in need of some home repair. United Way of the Midlands and national disaster recovery…
City of Columbia: After Hours Water Drop-In
COLUMBIA , SC ( WOLO)-- The City of Columbia's Water department is looking for your input. According to the City, an After hours drop-in will be held so residents get questions answered about their water bills. The City says they…
Carowinds is Hiring
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WOLO) -- Carowinds is looking for enthusiastic individuals committed to providing smiles and fun with a side of Carolina hospitality. The park is looking to fill more than 4,000 positions, ranging from entry level to supervisory, for the 2017 season.…
DHEC Offering Free Radon Kits
COLUMBIA , SC ( WOLO)-- The Department of health is offering free Radon kits this month. According to officials from DHEC, January is National Radon Action Month, and they encourage all South Carolinians to test their homes for radon so…
Deputies: Woman Stole $31K from 94 Year-Old
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies with the Sumter Co. Sheriff's Office say between February and August of 2016 Ann McLeod used a debit card belonging to a 94-year- old victim, to obtain cash and merchandise totaling $11,100. Deputies say she also…
Confederate Relic Room's Board Not Giving Up on $3.6M Plan
The governing board of South Carolina's Confederate Relic Room isn't giving up on a $3.6 million proposal to expand the state's military history museum and display the battle flag removed from Statehouse grounds in summer 2015.
Homeowner Returns to Find Burglar Inside
A homeowner returned home to find an burglary suspect inside his Green Meadows Drive home.
Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested During Traffic Stop
Deputies from Richland County arrested a 45-year-old man on Broad River and Interstate 20 after he allegedly robbed a Farrow Road bank.
Local Principal Appears on Jeopardy
An area principal gets to live her dream of being on the hit trivia show Jeopardy. You can catch her in action Thursday night on ABC at 8PM
Clowns, space ships, ice, and fun - aka The circus is coming to town
[gtxvideo vid='SJXmUsFU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SJXmUsFU.jpg' vtitle='Rinling Brother on GMC 1'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--The circus is coming to town...Really. The 147th Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus is set to arrive,…
Soldier Dies in Non-Combat Incident in Kuwait
According to A U.S. Army a soldier died in a non-combat related incident in Kuwait.
Restaurant Week Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='EwqGBHZG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EwqGBHZG.jpg' vtitle='Restaurant Week Columbia'] COLUMBIA, S.C. - Get your taste buds ready and bring your appetites! Restaurant Week Columbia starts today and runs until January 22nd. This 11-day food fest allows all you diners to experience all that the Midlands’…
Mother Gets 27 Years in Prison In Drowning Death of Daughter
A woman has been sentenced to 27 years in prison after pleading guilty in the drowning death of her infant daughter more than a year ago in a rain-swollen creek.
Early Morning Shooting Sends One to Hospital
One person was shot during an early morning shooting at the Viera Wildewood Apartments and investigators say the suspect (s) are still at large.
Tasty Tuesday: Tons of flavor without the calories
[gtxvideo vid='ppkbzDUq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ppkbzDUq.jpg' vtitle='TT - Olive Garden 1'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--Does living up to your New Year's resolution, and cutting back on a few calories mean you have…
RCSD: Active Search for Suspect After Female Shot
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are actively searching for a 'possible' suspect in connect with the shooting a female victim.
Man, 44, Accused of Sexually Assaulting 9-Year-Old Girl
Kershaw County deputies have arrested a 44-year-old man who they say sexually assaulted a nine-year-old girl.
Get your game on this weekend
[gtxvideo vid='6Y6kMWtO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6Y6kMWtO.jpg' vtitle='SCARAB'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--This weekend, if you see a Vulcan, Spartan, or a wizard walking around town, don't be alarmed. The sighting most likely will be related the South Carolina Area Role-Players and Board Gamers convention starting…
Families Now Have Opportunity to Address Roof in Sentencing Hearing
With a panel of jurors recommending the death sentence for Dylann Roof, a federal court judge will finalize the process on Wednesday with a formal sentencing hearing.
